Ligue 1 Regular Season - 21
Metz 0 - 0 FT Lille
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
18' A. Toure
HT
↓ N. Edjouma ↑F. Correia 61'
62' ↓ L. Michal ↑G. Abuashvili
71' ↓ J. Deminguet ↑G. Hein
↓ O. Giroud ↑S. Diaoune 71'
↓ H. Haraldsson ↑G. Perrin 71'
71' ↓ B. Stambouli ↑B. Munongo
73' K. Kouao
↓ R. Perraud ↑C. Verdonk 82'
↓ T. Santos ↑N. Mukau 82'
90' ↓ G. Tsitaishvili ↑G. Kvilitaia
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Metz
Goalkeepers
Jonathan Fischer 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Koffi Kouao 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Sadibou Sané 
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
3
Blocks
Urie-Michel Mboula
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Fodé Ballo-Touré 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Benjamin Stambouli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
71
Entry
Alpha Touré
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Michal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
Jessy Deminguet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
71
Entry
Georgiy Tsitaishvili
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Forwards
Habib Diallo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Ousmane Ba 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Terry Yegbe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maxime Colin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bouna Sarr
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Believe Munongo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gauthier Hein
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Giorgi Abuashvili
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Giorgi Kvilitaia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathan Mbala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lille
Goalkeepers
Berke Özer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Tiago Santos
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
82
Entry
Aïssa Mandi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexsandro Ribeiro 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Romain Perraud
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
82
Entry
Midfielders
Benjamin André 
MAGNET
89
Activity
89
Activity
69
Passes
20
Duels
Ayyoub Bouaddi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Noah Edjouma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Hakon Arnar Haraldsson
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Matías Fernández
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Olivier Giroud
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
BENCH
Arnaud Bodart
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Calvin Verdonk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathan Ngoy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Chancel Mbemba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ngal'ayel Mukau
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
André Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Félix Correia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gaëtan Perrin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Soriba Diaoune
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26/10/2025 | Lille | 6 - 1 | Metz | Ligue 1 | Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 28/04/2024 | Metz | 1 - 2 | Lille | Ligue 1 | Stade Saint-Symphorien |
| 03/12/2023 | Lille | 2 - 0 | Metz | Ligue 1 | Decathlon Arena - Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 18/02/2022 | Lille | 0 - 0 | Metz | Ligue 1 | Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 08/08/2021 | Metz | 3 - 3 | Lille | Ligue 1 | Stade Saint-Symphorien |
| 09/04/2021 | Metz | 0 - 2 | Lille | Ligue 1 | Stade Saint-Symphorien |
Metz Win
Lille Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 21 GD: +32
P: 21 GD: +20
P: 21 GD: +14
P: 21 GD: +19
P: 21 GD: +4
P: 21 GD: -3
P: 21 GD: +7
P: 21 GD: +7
P: 21 GD: -3
P: 21 GD: -1
P: 21 GD: -6
P: 21 GD: -5
P: 21 GD: -8
P: 21 GD: -11
P: 21 GD: -8
P: 21 GD: -15
P: 21 GD: -18
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +32
P: 26 GD: +26
P: 26 GD: +20
P: 25 GD: +13
P: 26 GD: +8
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 25 GD: +6
P: 26 GD: -3
P: 25 GD: +9
P: 26 GD: -2
P: 26 GD: -9
P: 25 GD: +4
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 26 GD: -16
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 26 GD: -17
P: 25 GD: -20
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Tactical Stalemate at Saint-Symphorien: Lille Blunt Against Metz
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 21/100. A sterile stalemate that leaves Metz fighting for survival and Lille struggling to find their clinical edge in the European race.
Early Drama and VAR Intervention
The encounter at Stade Saint-Symphorien began with high tension as Metz looked to defy their lowly league position against a high-flying side. The defining moment of the first half arrived in the 18th minute when A. Toure appeared to have given the hosts a shock lead. However, the celebrations were cut short as VAR intervened to disallow the strike for offside. Despite a Stakes rating of 4.0, the match failed to ignite into a classic. The early scare forced Lille to tighten their shape, but it also seemed to sap the creative energy from the match as both sides struggled to find space in congested areas.
Dominance Without Direction
As the match progressed, Lille assumed control of the pitch, recording 58% possession. Captain Benjamin André was the metronome in midfield, providing stability and two key passes, yet the final product was non-existent. In a statistical anomaly, Lille fired off 14 shots without testing the Metz goalkeeper once. A Balance score of 1.0 highlights how the visitors controlled the ball but lacked the "Sniper" edge required to break down a low block. The lack of clinical finishing turned the second half into a series of aimless crosses and blocked attempts that never truly threatened to change the scoreline.
Defensive Resilience and Standings Impact
Metz remained disciplined throughout, anchored by an outstanding performance from Sadibou Sané. His 7.7 rating reflected a night of constant vigilance, clearing lines and winning crucial aerial duels to keep the visitors at bay. An Intensity rating of 2.1 tells the story of a match that lacked a cutting edge, descending into a cagey affair in the final minutes. While the point helps Metz steady the ship at the bottom of the table, their winless run continues. For Lille, the result is a blow to their Champions League aspirations, leaving them 5th and rueing their inability to turn dominance into goals.
Key Questions
Who was the top performer of the match?
Sadibou Sané was the standout player, earning a 7.7 rating for his defensive masterclass in keeping Lille at bay.
How many shots on target did Lille have?
Despite having 14 total shots and 58% possession, Lille failed to register a single shot on target during the match.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Survival Stakes and European Dreams
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. While Lille chase a Champions League return, Metz find themselves in a desperate fight for Ligue 1 survival where every point is a lifeline.
The Setup
Metz enter this February 06, 2026 fixture at Stade Saint-Symphorien with their backs against the wall. Currently sitting 18th, the Stakes could not be higher for a side that has managed only two home wins all season. Conversely, Lille arrive in 5th place, looking to solidify their position in the upper echelon despite a volatile run of Form that recently saw them recover from a three-game losing streak with back-to-back wins. The statistical Balance favors the visitors, but Metz’s desperation in this relegation battle makes them a dangerous animal at home.
Key Battle
The tactical heart of this match lies in Lille’s creative engine versus the Metz rearguard. With E. Zhegrova and A. Bouaddi pulling the strings in midfield, the visitors will look to exploit a Metz defense that concedes an average of 1.7 goals per game. The home side will rely heavily on Jonathan Fischer; the keeper has been in exceptional Form, averaging 4.6 saves per match to keep his side within touching distance of their rivals. It is a classic confrontation of sustained pressure against a low-block defiance.
Our Prediction
Expect a cagey opening as Metz prioritize defensive stability to frustrate the favorites. However, the Stars in the Lille lineup should eventually find the breakthrough. While Gauthier Hein is capable of producing a moment of magic for the hosts, Lille's superior depth and technical quality are likely to produce a 1-2 victory. The visitors' ability to rotate and maintain intensity will likely overwhelm a Metz side that has struggled to maintain concentration over 90 minutes this season.